UNCN Long Wide Heating Pad for Neck and Shoulders Back 33x5.9 Microwavable Large Moist Heat Pack Warm Hot Compress Neck Wrap Weighted Bag Massage Reusable Herbal Nature Calming Portable 1.95Pounds

This neck warmer is an excellent quality product. It heats up in the microwave very nicely. The Heating Pad is is soft and easily stays in place. It is long enough to require little effort to hold around your neck and is not heavy in weight. Very effective and holds temperature well. There is an initial scent which is not bad (actually pleasant) at all but dissipates over time. Highly recommend this product.

The longer shape is great for neck therapy while doing other things. In general, I prefer the ThermiPaq clay pads (they get hotter and they last longer), but the only long one they make has clay beads instead of the "mushy" clay, which isn't as effective. I find this product gives more heat and lasts longer than the clay beads. I experience neck pain and have been using this almost daily for a few weeks. I like it, and it doesn't smell like lavender (or anything else), which is a big plus. A few thoughts: 1. HAVE A MICROWAVE NEARBY. This holds its heat relatively well, but if you want constant *high* heat you'll need to reheat it every 15 minutes or so. 2. USE A PLATE OR CLOTH WHEN HEATING. Don't get it dirty, and especially not greasy. That will create problems when heating. 3. FLIP DURING HEATING. I see complaints about the seeds inside burning. My guess is they ran the microwave for too long and/or overcooked one spot. The manufacturer recommends 60-90 seconds; I rotate it every 30–45 seconds (flipping it 90-180 degrees each time) and go closer to 120 seconds to pack a little more heat in. 4. CHECK IT WHEN HEATING. When you flip it every 30 seconds or so, feel across the surfaces. It takes a couple seconds and if any part of it feels *hot* then you're done. If you're not sure, shake the seeds and feel again. Go easy on it, and don't blame me if you burn it — every microwave is different (I heat this in three different locations with different kinds of microwaves — no problems so far). 5. SHAKE IT BY THE HANDLES. If you wear this around your neck, the seeds will settle on the ends, in which case you won't get as many seeds in the center (neck!) area as you want do the heating. Fold it in half, hold it by both handles, and give it several gentle shakes. The seeds go back to the center and you'll enjoy more of that heat. When, inevitably, I do burn this one out, I'm going to buy another, and another, and another.

Overall, this is a quality item. It is soft to the touch and holds heat for a long time. It works well in providing relief for more of an ache than an actual pain. However, there were two things that were not so good. First, upon opening, it has a pretty bad smell. I ended up having to put it outside for two days. Second, heating it in the microwave for 2 minutes (as directed in the instructions) is too long. This made it too hot. I would recommend 90 seconds, maybe 100. What is very nice about this heating pad are the two handles. You can push one through the other and it does a fantastic job of holding the heating pad in place.

Wonderful product. The people who write poor reviews probably OVER HEAT the product! Microwave for no more than two minutes!

I was on the fence because of other reviews. SO glad I made this purchase!!! Best neck wrap I've ever had, & I've had MANY! To refer to other reviewer's comments, I do not have the issue with the beads falling to the ends. There are 4 channels that hold the beads & they are packed rather firmly. Any more beads & I'm sure they wouldn't heat properly. I guess when I put this on across my neck & shoulders I just sit still. Maybe others don't? IDK. Anyway... awful smell? Not mine. Just sayin'. Even the package says it will have a smell for the first few uses, but "it's an earthy smell". I don't notice a smell at all, but perhaps I enjoy "Earthy" smell, or maybe it's just nothing compared to most of the other neck wraps that I've had! LOL! It is so soft & comfortable that I almost melt when I put it around my neck. It almost seems too soft to put in the microwave, but it comes out just perfect! This wrap is way above any expectations I had based on previous purchases. These things can only last for so long being heated over & over, but when I need a replacement in the future this will be the only one I will purchase. It's PERFECT!!!

Initially it held heat great and yes it helped sooth sore muscles but as time has gone by and used it more it barely stays warm after a couple minutes. Was good while it lasted

I love this heating pad, it’s my favorite out of the 4 different kinds I have. I’ve had it for 2 years and no problems and I don’t currently notice any smell. I was referred to it by another person who also loved theirs. I added a photo of the heating times since I saw people who had ones that burned but that seems to be because they put it in the microwave for too long. I have a 1000W microwave and I put it in for 1 min, then flip it around and add another 30 seconds. You should not put it in for 2 mins unless you have a microwave that is under 700W which is rare these days. Most people have 1100W which the max time is 1 min. This works well for my neck.

My mom has two of these... one was grey that she bought herself, the other was the lavender that we got for her as part of a gift. She loves them sooo much and uses them at least once daily, but the lavender ones smells soooooo awful. It was funky when we received it, so I let it air out a few days. Now, the smell is the burnt popcorn/electrical fire smell other people are mentioning. Her much older grey one doesn't smell at all. But this new lavender one reeks... and the smell permeates through her clothes, the fabric on the couch or her chair, and the house in general. So, while the wraps do provide her with a lot of comfort, the smell is ruining the house vibes so she needs to get a new one. Just be cautious if you are sensitive to smells/scents. Other things are that she likes the weight and feel of the wrap, how portable it is, how effective it is at targeting and easing her pain, and how there's never any sticky or leaky moisture content. Worth the money for relief, but definitely a smelly price we all have to pay.

It reaks with smell that took 3 days for smell to go away from my home. Keep away

[Update] Mel and the UNCN team were incredible and provided me a replacement just days after the original product burst. I have had the replacement product now for 3 weeks using constantly every day due to a pinched nerve in my neck. I couldn't recommend the product more, compared to the other options on Amazon, this covers a larger surface area and the handles are also made of soft material. If you are looking for a heated bean bag, and if any issues do arrise, the company really cares for its customers and is responsive so 100% go for it. ------- [Original post] Item arrived well packaged, is soft and comfortable. Used the item 4 or 5 times on the first day, and while it is not as effective as a hot water bottle, is far more convenient and offers comparable heating and a lovely wrap around the neck. The handles are also a nice touch. Sadly the item burst in the microwave upon the 5th or 6th use so had to return the item.

Only issue is that the seeds move around too much to make the heat uniform. Not a major problem.

This is a great heat pad. It's good quality, super soft and comfortable. I warm mine for 1.5 - 1.75 minutes in the microwave. It stays warm for about 10-15 minutes. Very happy with the next day delivery!

I heat in a 700 watt microwave for 3 min; there is no rotator, but that does not seem to be a problem regarding heat distribution; this product is better than the lavender magic bag; I went through 3 of them over the years and they tear because the material is too thin; This bag is tough and should last much longer, I definitely recommend